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How would the questions be answered? With reference to Quran and Sunnah? – Fahad Uddin Jun 1 '12 at 20:27
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Use the question field to ask questions or the comment field in a question. – مجاهد Jun 4 '12 at 13:19
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We are almost to beta now get ready :) – مجاهد Jun 9 '12 at 11:47
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94 Example Questions (9 closed)

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Where was the Islamic prophet Muhammad born?
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What are the rituals of Haj?
added by Ahmed Jan 17 '11 at 17:43
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Who is Omar ibn al-Khatta?
added by Ahmed Jan 17 '11 at 17:46
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What is the importance of Jerusalem/Palestine in Islam?
added by Taleeb Jul 15 '11 at 6:29
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Why is the question off topic? – Taleeb Jul 25 '11 at 6:16
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While trading in stocks, does Islam permit short selling? That is, sell stocks in advance and buy them at a lower price later in the day?
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What is the permissability of using a certain medication which is prescribed for my pancreas problem?
added by ziggy, edited by WikiSpeedia hang-around Aug 21 '11 at 16:25
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What are the five pillars of Islam?
added by dancek Aug 22 '11 at 12:28
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Are Muslims allowed to pray in a church, synagogue, or temple?
added by ashes999 Aug 26 '11 at 23:50
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What are the different sects of Islam?
added by Mark Rogers Jan 12 '11 at 13:43
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Was Islam spread by the sword? [closed]
added by user32013, edited by WikiSpeedia hang-around Jun 1 '11 at 15:44
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closed as off topic by Mahmoud Hossam, Letseatlunch, System Down, apoorv020, usb333 May 14 '11 at 17:24

This question does not relate to the topic of the proposal.
It was closed as part of an automated migration of off-topic to close votes on September 29, 2011.

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off-topic. has very little to do with the Muslim faith. – usb333 May 14 '11 at 17:26
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It is about early Islamic history and can have relation to what is deemed right in Islam. – Kaveh Aug 21 '11 at 7:46
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Why do Muslims abstain from pork?
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Is there an Islamic equivalent to the ten commandments in Judaism and Christianity?
added by usb333 May 14 '11 at 14:45
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What to do if your parents do not allow you to keep a beard?
added by Hasan Khan Jun 5 '11 at 14:57
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Is Islam and Muslim different or same? Some people argue it was created by different people.
added by bubble Jun 24 '11 at 13:43
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What is the significance of Laylat Al-Qadr?
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Context: Laylat al-Qadr – WikiSpeedia hang-around Aug 21 '11 at 16:23
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What are the conditions for someone or something to become eligible for receiving zakat?
added by user42557, edited by WikiSpeedia hang-around Aug 21 '11 at 16:22
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Is masturbation allowed in Islam?
added by user42557, edited by WikiSpeedia hang-around Aug 21 '11 at 16:20
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How old was the Prophet, sallallahu alayhi wassalaam, when he received revelation?
added by Musaab Sep 18 '11 at 12:12
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How long should the beard be for it to be Sunnah?
added by Musaab Sep 18 '11 at 12:36
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What is Islam?
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What are the pros and cons of not following a Madhhab (school of thought) strictly versus "picking and choosing" from the different rulings?
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Why was (is) Arabic the chosen language for Qur'an?
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What is the Islamic law on organ transplant surgeries?
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How is heritage divided in Islam (perhaps a specific situation)?
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If my family is dealing with some interest-related transactions in the family business then will I also be eating Haram?
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What is the Sharia ruling on working for a company which provides services such as life insurance?
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Where is the best halal restaurant in [cityName]?
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How do we stop al-Qaeda from attacking civilians?
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What are the major sects of Islam and what distinguishes them?
added by Ali Aug 28 '11 at 9:19
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How many NBA basketball players are Muslim?
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Which country has the most Muslim population?
added by pal4life Sep 14 '11 at 1:55
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What is the best approach to give dawah?
added by Musaab Sep 18 '11 at 12:30
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What is the difference between Sunni and Shi'a?
added by Musaab Sep 18 '11 at 12:33
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What are the five pillars of Islam, and are you required to know and follow them to be considered a Muslim?
added by b01 Sep 19 '11 at 16:55
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Should non-Muslims say "Peace Be Upon Him" after mentioning Mohammed's name? Or is that hypocritical?
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What are some "dos" and "don'ts" for going to a mosque?
added by Yuki Jan 30 '11 at 1:49
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Duplicate question. – apoorv020 May 8 '11 at 9:29
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Who are the Infidels and Kuffar referred to in the Quran?
added by user32013 Feb 1 '11 at 18:43
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Is the ‘Nation of Islam’ a Muslim organization?
added by user32014 Feb 1 '11 at 18:49
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Is Allah the same as what Christians call the father?
added by user32015 Feb 1 '11 at 18:58
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More over this should have "according to Muslims" – Kaveh Apr 26 '11 at 6:21
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Are there any other sacred sources besides the Quran?
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